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CRZ 3897

2002 MG Zt

Silver Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

158,513 mi
Last recorded158,513 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2015
Typical for 2002 MG Zt70,051 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCRZ 3897
MakeMG
ModelZt
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2015 158,513 miles

brakes corroded all round

Fail 15 Aug 2015 158,513 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

brakes corroded all round

Fail 17 Jan 2013 149,126 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 17 Jan 2013 149,126 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 129,506 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

advise air bag warning light on

advise exhaust heat shield loose

Fail 9 Jan 2012 129,506 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

advise air bag warning light on

advise exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 28 Jan 2011 107,579 miles

front brake discs lipped

n/s rear tyre getting low on outer edge

rear exhaust box deterioating

Pass 16 Jan 2010 99,387 miles

front brake discs getting low

Pass 5 Jan 2009 88,937 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 73,211 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2007 57,749 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jan 2007 57,749 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jan 2006 38,259 miles

How Reliable is the MG Zt?

Based on 193,197 MOT tests across 13,994 vehicles.

71.1%
Pass Rate
5,885
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
13,994
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,540
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,201
Registration plate lamp not working 6,690
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,389
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 3,593
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CRZ 3897 is a 2002 MG Zt in Silver with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2002 MG Zt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 70,051 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG Zt fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,540 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CRZ 3897, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Zt typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this MG Zt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CRZ 3897 registered?

CRZ 3897 is a 2002 MG Zt, first registered on 18 November 2002.

Is CRZ 3897 safe to buy?

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